Description
Traditionally, tiramisu relies on eggs, dairy, and alcohol, which might seem like a challenge to veganize.
However, this Vegan Tiramisu recipe recreates the authentic flavors and textures without any animal products, resulting in a dessert that’s just as indulgent, creamy, and satisfying.
Ingredients
For the vegan ladyfingers:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup almond flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup organic cane sugar
- ½ cup unsweetened almond milk
- ¼ cup coconut oil, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
The coffee syrup:
- 1 ½ cups strong brewed coffee, cooled
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Vegan mascarpone cream:
- 1 ½ cups raw cashews, soaked in water for 4 hours or overnight
- 1 cup full-fat coconut cream (chilled)
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch of sea salt
For the topping:
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- Dark chocolate shavings or curls
Instructions
- Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lining a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, almond flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix these dry ingredients thoroughly.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the almond milk, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, apple cider vinegar, and sugar until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is smooth.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry mixture, stirring until just combined. Avoid overmixing, as this can lead to a dense dough.
- The dough should be slightly sticky but manageable.
- Transfer the dough into a piping bag fitted with a plain round tip. Pipe 3-inch long strips of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch between each strip.
- Bake the ladyfingers for 12–15 minutes, or until they are lightly golden and firm to the touch. Remove them from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack.
Prepare the Coffee Syrup
- In a shallow dish, combine the cooled coffee with maple syrup and vanilla extract.
- Set the syrup aside, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Make the Vegan Mascarpone Cream
- Start by draining and rinsing the soaked cashews. Place the cashews in a high-speed blender or food processor, adding the chilled coconut cream, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and a pinch of sea salt.
- Blend the mixture until it becomes completely smooth and creamy.
- Taste the cream and adjust the sweetness or tartness as needed.
- Once satisfied with the flavor, transfer the cream to a bowl and refrigerate it for at least 30 minutes.
Assemble the Tiramisu
- Start by dipping each ladyfinger into the coffee syrup, ensuring they are well-soaked but not overly saturated.
- Arrange a layer of soaked ladyfingers at the bottom of a square or rectangular dish, ideally 8×8 inches.
- Next, spread a generous layer of the vegan mascarpone cream over the ladyfingers, smoothing it out with a spatula.
- Repeat the process with another layer of coffee-soaked ladyfingers, followed by another layer of cream.
- You can create as many layers as your dish allows, but typically two layers of each are sufficient.
- Once the final layer of cream is in place, cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate the tiramisu for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
Notes
If you’re short on time, you can soak the cashews in hot water for 1–2 hours instead of overnight. However, a longer soak results in a smoother cream.
Coconut cream can be substituted with vegan cream cheese if you prefer a tangier mascarpone cream. Adjust the sweetness accordingly.
Store any leftover tiramisu in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. The flavors often deepen over time, making the dessert even more delicious.
Feel free to add a splash of coffee liqueur or rum to the coffee syrup for an extra kick, though this addition will make the tiramisu non-alcoholic.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of dish)
- Calories: 350-450
- Sugar: 20-30g
- Sodium: 150-250mg
- Fat: 20-25g
- Saturated Fat: 10-12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8-10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40-50g
- Fiber: 2-4g
- Protein: 5-7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg (since it’s vegan)